The Sugar Creek Gang Goes North

Name: The Sugar Creek Gang Goes North
Author: Paul Hutchens

By Paul Hutchens

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A tight-knit band of boys spend a summer trip in a northern camping region where they reconnect with local Indigenous children, attend a forest Sunday school held in an old rail coach, and pass the days with fishing, canoeing, and woodland explorations. Their easygoing adventures shift to suspense when moonlit screams and strange sounds lead them to uncover a kidnapped girl, prompting a risky nighttime search and confrontation. The narrative blends youthful camaraderie, outdoor humor, practical problem-solving, and a modest moral focus on courage and responsibility.

About the Author

Paul Hutchens

Paul Hutchens was an American author best known for his children's series, The Sugar Creek Gang. This series, which includes titles such as "North Woods Manhunt" and "Shenanigans at Sugar Creek," features a group of young friends who embark on various adventures, often infused with themes of friendship, morality, and the outdoors. Hutchens' engaging storytelling and relatable characters have made his works enduring favorites among young readers. His ability to weave excitement with valuable life lessons has contributed to the lasting appeal of the Sugar Creek Gang stories.